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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask versus Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask .

Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on September 07, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe overnight masks. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Overnight Mask American Brand United States
Overnight Mask American Brand United States

Overnight Mask

Overnight masks are usually used after the whole nighttime skincare routine (check your product’s instructions). Overnight masks are used to treat a variety of skin concerns and boost moisture in the skin.

Overnight Mask

Overnight masks are usually used after the whole nighttime skincare routine (check your product’s instructions). Overnight masks are used to treat a variety of skin concerns and boost moisture in the skin.

Price

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Starts at $16.16
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Starts at $38.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

PHA
Retinoid
Vitamin E (2)
Exfoliators (3)
Hyaluronic Acid (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (4)
Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing (3)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture (3)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (6)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (3)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (5)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger (4)
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Dark Spots
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

WaterPropanediolGlycerinCetearyl AlcoholGlyceryl StearateC9-12 AlkaneCaprylic/Capric TriglycerideKaolinPersea Gratissima OilPolyisobuteneSodium Lauroyl GlutamateStearic AcidC13-15 AlkanePlatonia Insignis Seed ButterPersea Gratissima Fruit ExtractHyaluronic AcidSodium HyaluronateSqualaneChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Saccharide IsomerateHexylresorcinolZingiber Officinale Root ExtractOryza Sativa ExtractTocopheryl AcetateGluconolactoneAloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceMalachite ExtractEthylhexyl PalmitateButylene GlycolSodium ChlorideSodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside CrosspolymerMaltodextrinHydrated SilicaCurcuminEthylhexylglycerinPpg-3 Benzyl Ether MyristateMaltooligosyl GlucosideHydrogenated Starch HydrolysateRetinolSpirulina Maxima ExtractSodium PhosphatePei-10Citric AcidSodium CitrateSodium Dilauramidoglutamide LysinePotassium PhosphatePotassium ChlorideSilica Dimethyl SilylateArginineSodium HydroxideCaprylyl GlycolTocopherolRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractLavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem ExtractHexylene GlycolAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerPotassium SorbateCarthamus Tinctorius Seed ExtractAromaPvpSodium BenzoatePhenoxyethanolParfum

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.

Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.

Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask contains this as ingredient number 29.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.

Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.

4
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 30.

Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.

Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 36.

Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask contains this as ingredient number 31.

6
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

Learn more about Potassium Sorbate

Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 58.

Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask contains this as ingredient number 32.

7
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Retinol Sleeping Mask contains this as ingredient number 63.

Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask contains this as ingredient number 30.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

34% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
28% are disliked or very disliked
23% have no rating yet
34% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
28% have no rating yet

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